Unfortunately, when the homeschool teacher is sick there is seldom a substitute teacher waiting in the wings. Depending on how sick is sick here are ten things you can do on those off days when your head is foggy and full of pudding! So fire up your favorite herbal tea, take some garlic pills, and… … Continue reading »
Nothing says enjoyment to a student like the chance to be on the computer, especially if it is a privilege they often do not get. And nothing is more endearing to a teacher than a task a student loves that benefits them as well. (think part of the student log book) The tool I’m speaking of is Goodreads. Who … Continue reading »
Beautiful handwriting is a work of art. It is one of the particular subjects that often leave parents scratching their heads. Upon opening the first handwriting book with your student you might find yourself saying, “THIS isn’t what I learned.” Next thing you know you find yourself immersed in the internet in the world of handwriting fonts. … Continue reading »
Last week it occurred to me how helpful permanent lines would be on my white board. Unfortunately – after several attempts with a sharpie- I realized my lines were not going to be permanent. All kinds of suggestions were posted on the internet; pin striping tape, cutting your board with a razor, or paint. None … Continue reading »
Last year I bought an expensive $40.00 program to make handwriting worksheets. I thought I would save you some money by showing you the free online program I discovered later! Too late for my $40 refund though. Handwriting practice on Worksheet Works! Add your own copy work to their text box and then select the create … Continue reading »
Have you ever been in the middle of a unit study vocabulary list and wish you didn’t have to look every single word up in the dictionary to save on time or soyou could pass on the information quickly? Let me tell you how excited I got when I found Wordsmyth Glossary Maker! Type in the words … Continue reading »
I am new to homeschooling this year. I’m not quite sure what can “count” as school hours. To me, almost anything can be educational, but can I legally count such things in my 1000 hours? I want to know about such things as: story time at the library (reading, music, crafts), story time at the … Continue reading »
Ugh…I made a mistake. I tried to change my method of teaching this year from Charlotte Mason to something more structured because I wanted something easy to record on official paper – it was a bad idea. The interaction between everyone when we read the same history lesson together is missing. It makes me feel … Continue reading »
These past two years have been a challenge for me regarding learning what is best for homeschooling my high school students. This year I am moving from homeschooling one high school student up to two. You can imagine I’m feeling a little overwhelmed as I move into uncharted waters. While it seemed really simple to … Continue reading »
The drawing is now closed and the winner is Julie! Thanks for your comments. Welcome to the newest Missouri Homeschool Daily Log! In this new .pdf format everything you need for a multistudent plan book exists. Three books in one! A place to plan lessons for up to 5 students in one place. Grading records … Continue reading »
